Canon SD3500 IS vs Samsung SL30
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Canon SD3500 IS vs Samsung SL30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 160g - 99 x 56 x 22mm
- Released February 2010
- Also referred to as IXUS 210 / IXY 10S
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 140g - 94 x 61 x 23mm
- Announced February 2009
- Also Known as ES15

Canon SD3500 IS vs Samsung SL30 Overview
Here is a in-depth review of the Canon SD3500 IS vs Samsung SL30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the SD3500 IS (14MP) and SL30 (10MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SD3500 IS was announced 12 months later than the SL30 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SD3500 IS grades vs the SL30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SD3500 IS vs Samsung SL30 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS and Samsung SL30. The whole galleries are available at Canon SD3500 IS Gallery and Samsung SL30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD3500 IS over the Samsung SL30
SD3500 IS | SL30 | |||
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Announced | February 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 12 months |
Screen size | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+1") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL30 over the Canon SD3500 IS
SL30 | SD3500 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SD3500 IS and Samsung SL30
SD3500 IS | SL30 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon SD3500 IS vs Samsung SL30 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SD3500 IS provides physical measurements of 99mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Samsung SL30 has proportions of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).
See the Canon SD3500 IS vs Samsung SL30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SD3500 IS versus the SL30.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SD3500 IS and SL30 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Canon SD3500 IS vs Samsung SL30 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking specs. The visual here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SD3500 IS and SL30.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Canon SD3500 IS to give you greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The newer SD3500 IS is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.

Canon SD3500 IS vs Samsung SL30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD3500 IS vs Samsung SL30 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS | Samsung SL30 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS | Samsung SL30 |
Also referred to as | IXUS 210 / IXY 10S | ES15 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-02-08 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 38-114mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.5 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160 gr (0.35 pounds) | 140 gr (0.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 56 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 94 x 61 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | - | $93 |